The Works of Benjamin Disraeli, Earl of Beaconsfield, Embracing Novels, Romances, Plays, Poems, Biography, Short Stories and Great Speeches: Coningsby

Coningsby, or The New Generation, was originally published in 1844 during a pivotal moment in British political and literary life. As a central figure of the Young England movement, Disraeli used this novel to advocate for a return to traditional paternalistic values, critiquing the industrialization and political shifts that followed the Reform Act of 1832. The work remains a cornerstone of the political novel genre, designed to challenge the status quo through a mix of sharp social commentary and romantic narrative.

The specific edition identified by this ISBN is a modern reprint of the classic text, designed to preserve Disraeli's expansive body of work for contemporary readers and institutional libraries. By compiling his novels, plays, and speeches into a cohesive collection, publishers aim to provide scholars with an accessible gateway to the Victorian political imagination. While the physical book serves as a utilitarian vessel, it represents a continued commitment to Disraeli’s legacy as a writer who bridged the gap between the parliamentary rostrum and the literary salon.